ONTIER > Madrid, Spain > Firm Profile

‘Ontier is providing us with excellent service, with a very professional, agile, rigorous and very dedicated team. Very accurate, punctual and exact advice. Furthermore, they are very flexible and have been able to adapt perfectly to the peculiarities of the client. I would highlight the great ability to assimilate technical concepts and their ability to anticipate and solve problems. ’

‘José Luis Cabello Contreras has managed the matter excellently, with great professionalism and technical rigour. ’

‘The firm has incorporated Mercedes Romero, who is one of the best lawyers in the world of arbitration.’

‘The ONTIER litigation and arbitration team is a cohesive, very close, flexible and accessible. With great knowledge of the sectors in which its clients carry out their activity.’

‘I would highlight the way of working of the lawyers in this team in an outstanding way: from the formulation of the strategy, the drafting of the briefs, the preparation of the evidence and the hearings, with great thoroughness.’

‘The key is closeness, empathy and enormous professionalism. Excellent professionals with great human quality. Pedro Rodero Rodríguez, Cristina Camarero Espinosa and José Luis Cabello Contreras are recommended.’

‘Cristina Camarero is an all-rounder. Apart from her enormous procedural experience and her personal involvement in the issues, she provides us with a vision of great value for the company. Miguel Fernández Benavides is an extraordinary legal scholar. He evaluates all alternatives and proposes innovative strategies that are very valuable to us.’

‘They are very detailed and invest time in understanding the case from all angles. Cristina Camarero provides a very practical vision that reflects her extensive experience in dispute resolution.’

‘Very cohesive practice, where all its members work as a single team and have a very high level of specialised sector knowledge.’

‘Well prepared to help us at any time and with an excellent technical level. They understand the business perfectly. They have deep knowledge of the energy sector and the complex processes in Spain. The practical and commercial approach that Javier Alagón brings is differential when it comes to making investments, transactions or sensitive decisions for our company. Unlike other law firms, this team has the ability to provide real solutions and not obstacles to problems.’

‘The team has enormous knowledge of the energy sector and always proposes innovative solutions that not only meet our legal but also commercial needs.’

‘This team is characterised by its business vision, negotiation skills, as well as its great knowledge in the development of renewable projects, which allows in-house lawyers to position ourselves commercially and complement the mitigation of legal risks with strictly commercial ones. ’

‘Javier Alagón stands out in his advice by combining great commercial capacity and negotiating skills with solid technical knowledge and an enormous degree of involvement. He has undeniable leadership skills.’

‘Knowledge of the market and the legislation that regulates it, but fundamentally of the business in question.’

‘They are always attentive to our needs. A very young and willing team, always on the lookout, and led by veterans with plenty of experience. The managing partners know the projects in detail, are present and actively involved in all calls and documents.’

‘They are totally deal-oriented, which distinguishes them from most of the firms I know.’

‘Lawyers with experience in criminal matters, perfectly coordinated by the partner. Collaborations with people outside the firm are carried out magnificently under the direction of the partner. ’

‘Berta Aguinaga Barrilero is a magnificent professional. She studies the issues in depth, giving, without a doubt, confidence to her clients. Apart from her professional qualities, we must highlight her personal values: friendliness, perseverance and serenity.’

‘It is truly a team effort between the members of the firm.’

‘Professionalism. They have studied and prepared the matter well in advance of our arrival. They know how to handle the topic and ask the right questions to obtain the necessary information without the client feeling pressured. Berta Aguinaga Barrilero and Enrique Muñoz  Blanco were excellent at their work. They listened to the client and oriented the matter appropriately.’

‘Excellent in every way, both on a professional and human level.’

‘A very close multidisciplinary team – always available and with high levels of training.’

‘Ontier is an outstanding boutique law firm in Spain. They are very knowledge and can assist even in very complicated legal matters. They work as a team and they employ staff with different areas of expertise.’

‘Juan Casanueva Pérez-Llanta: A seasoned very experienced lawyer who reads between the lines and thinks out of the box. He can come up with defense strategies that normal lawyers would not think about. Juan is available 24/7.’

‘Team of extraordinary professional quality. They stand out both for their technical quality and for their client care skills.’

‘Availability, personalised attention and understanding of our business.’

‘Jose María Fernandez Mota – his knowledge of the business, his empathy with the client and his professionalism set him apart. He studies each case in depth and has a lot of experience that gives us peace of mind in complex processes.’

‘They are always available and in permanent contact. They send relevant and updated information with all the legislative news.’

‘They know our company perfectly, they understand our needs, they advise us practically in real time. They are very good negotiators and very skilled at reaching agreements that avoid legal proceedings.’

‘Capable of understanding the problems that arise and seek the best labour solution with the least impact on people and the bottom line of our company. ’

‘They present imaginative solutions and exercise great empathy both with those affected by the cases entrusted to them and in the dialogue with the management of the company. ’

‘The team is highly qualified and multidisciplinary, which allows us to obtain comprehensive advice on the same problem that encompasses different areas of law.’

‘Ontier has a team up-to-date with the latest developments in a sector that is as changing as the electricity industry. Equally notable is its presence and influence at the level of institutions and the business and social fabric of the region.’

‘Well-trained professionals committed to understanding clients and acting as if they were an extension of our team.’

‘Javier Alagón Serrano is one of the best lawyers in regulated sectors in Spain despite his youth. Working with Javier is simple and easy and gives us great peace of mind. He has a magnificent global vision that gives us many strategic possibilities.’

‘In addition to high technical quality, great availability, even at the partner level, flexibility in fees and special empathy in personal treatment.’

‘Javier Alagón is an impressive lawyer due to the solidity of his knowledge. Despite being a team specialised in public law and energy, they are capable of leading any matter due to their great capacity for adaptation.’

‘Javier Alagón: extensive knowledge of the subjects of public law, which are many and very diverse; availability and agility in responding to any of our demands; the ability to address highly difficult issues.’

‘I would highlight Jorge Álvarez, for his experience in directing complex contentious-administrative litigation.’

‘ONTIER has a team of lawyers equipped with an excellent combination of legal knowledge, strategic thinking and communication skills. I would like to highlight the support that ONTIER provides us internationally, particularly in LATAM.’

‘In particular, I would highlight the human quality and professionalism of Jorge Perujo, who is always available to help us at all times and in any jurisdiction. ’

‘Great support, practical approach, client-oriented.’

‘Outstanding legal professionals that make up a highly skilled team, including notable partner Jorge Perujo. They have a client-centric approach, provide creative solutions and possess high ethical standards.’

‘It is a young, dynamic and innovative team. They are very up-to-date and can meet the needs in different countries with particular legal contexts.’

‘Víctor Artola Recolons is very committed to the client’s results and objectives, continuously monitoring the deal.’

‘There are essential elements when hiring external lawyers, such as availability, flexibility and the trust they convey to you. At all times ONTIER has complied with these three requirements. We have already worked several times with them, and especially with partners Victor Artola Recolons and Jorge Perujo, and they have always been there when we needed them. ’

‘We would highlight that ONTIER is a very commercial and pragmatic team, with a great ability to solve problems and are very proactive in their support. They have met and exceeded our expectations and have been flexible and firm in being our partner in this first stage of growth of our company. They were guided by the objective of safeguarding our interests at all times and their multidisciplinary team allowed them to complement each other and supervise all our affairs.’

‘High quality and closeness of professionals.’

‘Knowledge and availability – Francisco Cantos stands out.’

‘Francisco Cantos was a strategic ally in matters of competition compliance with an international focus and a strategic dynamism to mediate between two actors. His knowledge, discipline and methodology led the firm to be selected to work on a complex project with us.’

‘Ontier is very focused on meeting the needs of the client and treating them very closely.’

‘The team is on the permanent search for solutions for the client.’

‘Francisco Cantos is one of the greatest experts in Spain in competition law. He has more than 30 years of experience in top-level firms. He is exceptional technically and has a great business sense. He is always attentive to the client’s needs. He has formed the practice area in Ontier, training younger lawyers and creating a competitive and very powerful team.’

‘Natalia Callejo is technically and commercially excellent and, in addition, has a deep knowledge of the the market. ’

‘It is a team that fits perfectly with our way of working, and the support in negotiations is unconditional and extraordinarily good.’

‘The experience of working with the Ontier real estate and construction team has been completely unbeatable on all occasions. They represent the perfect balance between professionalism, efficiency, and personal and close treatment. Without a doubt, they make a difference due to the exquisite treatment they offer their clients, which at all times goes hand in hand with unquestionable professionalism.’

‘It is a team with a high degree of qualification and work capacity. Young and dynamic team. Experience in mid-market transactions.’

‘The real estate team is brilliant and anticipates problems that may arise in the transaction. Young team, always available and with a lot of experience.’

‘The team made up of Natalia Callejo and Clara González-Páramo is in constant development and seeking innovation not only in the legal field but also when it comes to addressing issues and their perspective.’

‘The incorporation of Natalia Callejo, as a partner, and Clara González-Páramo, has been key. As strengths and abilities, highlight their technical capacity and practicality when dealing with operations and negotiations.’

‘Extensive knowledge of PPA and project finance contracts. The different areas of practice complement each other to perfection.’

‘Álvaro Barro – very pro-deal. Capacity for adaptation and innovation in the face of unforeseen events and complex legal situations. Exceptional human treatment. Broad experience in the sector.’

‘I highlight how they understood the specific needs we had and sought, with an open mindset, solutions to fulfil what we had requested.’

‘The Ontier team is always available to deal with us, our financial advisors and the counterparty of the transaction, adapting to what we request at each moment. I highlight the availability, knowledge and ease of working with Álvaro Barro and Esteban Cuyás.’

‘The team at ONTIER not only offers a technically excellent advice, but also gives a totally personalised treatment to the client.’

‘One of the many plusses that makes Ontier’s lawyers stand out is their constant ability to lead projects that involve real challenges.’

‘The values, professionalism, excellence, and ability to adapt to the client’s needs are very remarkable qualities of Ontier’s professionals.’

‘Jaime Peiro Gomendio has been able to imbue the department with his global and international vision of taxation.’

‘Jaime Peiro Gomendio has been a great  hire for the firm, which will undoubtedly give it a definitive boost and will make it even more of a benchmark in the market. ’

‘Jaime Peiro Gomendio is an excellent professional. With high technical knowledge, rigorous in analysis, practical, decisive, and with a global vision when focusing advice. Absolutely recommended.’

‘It is not simply a group of tax experts, but rather a cohesive unit that works in synergy to find optimal and peronalised tax solutions for the client. The team’s ability to adopt a multidisciplinary approach, integrating aspects of different branches of law, is very powerful.’

‘Partner Jaime Peiro Gomendio and Daniel Mariño Gorosabel stand out for their ability to address complex cases with innovative solutions.’